NoGarlicNoOnions: Restaurant, Food, and Travel Stories/Reviews

January 14, 2020

Rosa’s Thai Cafe in London: Order the Pad Thai... it’s Delicious!

It’s not a cafe like its name suggests but a casual Thai eatery. Overheated and not too welcoming, we arrived on a Monday…

January 14, 2020 | Restaurants | London Asian & Chinese

Kodawari Ramen: A Dream Place, Unique Decor & Good Food

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

December 25, 2019

Kodawari Ramen: A Dream Place, Unique Decor & Good Food

Many restaurants are made with style and where the decor is breathtaking... but this one is something else! I’ve been to…

December 25, 2019 | Recommended | Paris Asian & Chinese

Hakkasan: Delicious Cantonese Cuisine and Happy Vibes in London

Asian & Chinese | London UK Europe

December 22, 2019

Hakkasan: Delicious Cantonese Cuisine and Happy Vibes in London

It was eight already, walking on the street-facing Hakkasan... we tried our luck to book a table and it worked! It never works…

December 22, 2019 | Recommended | London Asian & Chinese

Kanada-Ya: When Craving Ramen in London

Asian & Chinese | London UK Europe

December 20, 2019

Kanada-Ya: When Craving Ramen in London

I’m a big fan of Ramen noodles and it seems Kanada-Ya is one of London’s best. Don’t expect something fancy but…

December 20, 2019 | Restaurants | London Asian & Chinese

Red Farm: Trendy, Unconventional and Modern Chinese Restaurant in London! Excellent Food!

Asian & Chinese | London UK Europe

December 19, 2019

Red Farm: Trendy, Unconventional and Modern Chinese Restaurant in London! Excellent Food!

Modern New York-style Chinese eatery has landed in London. Already on many top 100 lists of which the newest restaurants to open,…

December 19, 2019 | Restaurants | London Asian & Chinese

Tse Fung Genève: Michelin Starred Chinese Restaurant Doesn’t Deserve a Star

Asian & Chinese | Switzerland Europe

November 25, 2019

Tse Fung Genève: Michelin Starred Chinese Restaurant Doesn’t Deserve a Star

I’ve never experienced Chinese fine dining until tonight and I was so excited! Your experience starts as soon as you arrive…

November 25, 2019 | Guide Michelin | Switzerland Asian & Chinese

Pattaya Beach Thai Restaurant, Kuwait: Where the Locals Eat

Asian & Chinese | Kuwait GCC Middle East

GCC

November 02, 2019

Pattaya Beach Thai Restaurant, Kuwait: Where the Locals Eat

In the middle of nowhere, a center with no soul, empty floors, and no people is a Thai restaurant. Pattaya Beach is typical and…

November 02, 2019 | Restaurants | Kuwait Asian & Chinese

The Hutong Club: Complicated Chinese Food in Munich

Asian & Chinese | Germany Europe

September 22, 2019

The Hutong Club: Complicated Chinese Food in Munich

Recommended by the concierge at The Sofitel, The Hutong Club is one of Munich finest Chinese restaurants. The cuisine is complex…

September 22, 2019 | Restaurants | Germany Asian & Chinese

Ioki: An Excellent Sushi in Istanbul

Asian & Chinese | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

Turkey

September 21, 2019

Ioki: An Excellent Sushi in Istanbul

It has appeared on the lists, in all my searches, it’s one of the capital’s best Asian restaurants according to…

September 21, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Istanbul Asian & Chinese

Wagamama Istanbul: Noodles and Sushi I Always Enjoy

Asian & Chinese | Istanbul Turkey Middle East

Turkey

September 08, 2019

Wagamama Istanbul: Noodles and Sushi I Always Enjoy

The journey with Wagamama started in 2012 at that same location. Seven years passed, and here I come again to experience one of…

September 08, 2019 | Restaurants | Istanbul Asian & Chinese

Wagamama: I Love it! All Around the World

Asian & Chinese | Malta Europe

April 13, 2019

Wagamama: I Love it! All Around the World

I’m a fan of the brand, I’ve been to its restaurants in Istanbul, London and now Malta; spreading happiness and…

April 13, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Malta Asian & Chinese

Little China: Travel to China and Live the True Chinese Experience

Asian & Chinese | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

March 26, 2019

Little China: Travel to China and Live the True Chinese Experience

Oh My God! I’ve been writing reviews for the last seven years, discovered thousands of restaurants in Lebanon but never…

March 26, 2019 | Recommended | Achrafieh Asian & Chinese

P.F.Chang’s at the Bay: Good Food, Attentive Service

Asian & Chinese | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

March 26, 2019

P.F.Chang’s at the Bay: Good Food, Attentive Service

I haven’t been to Zaitounay bay for such a long time especially for lunch. Walking down and searching for a place to eat, I…

March 26, 2019 | Recommended | Beirut Asian & Chinese

Al Hindi: Delicious Indian Cuisine in Beirut

Asian & Chinese | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

March 03, 2019

Al Hindi: Delicious Indian Cuisine in Beirut

Light food, very spicy and garlic free! I enjoyed my dinner. Colorful

March 03, 2019 | Restaurants | Beirut Asian & Chinese

UMI Asian Cuisine: A Restaurant in Mtayleb

Asian & Chinese | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

March 03, 2019

UMI Asian Cuisine: A Restaurant in Mtayleb

Take a trip to Asia! Start by visiting Japan, continue to China and finish in Thailand. UMI is Mtayleb’s latest Asian…

March 03, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Metn Asian & Chinese

Hakata Choten: One of the Best Ramen Bowls Paris has to Offer

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

February 18, 2019

Hakata Choten: One of the Best Ramen Bowls Paris has to Offer

With a review of 4,6/5 on google and award winner of the best Gyoza in Japan, visiting Hakata Choten was a must. At first,…

February 18, 2019 | Recommended | Paris Asian & Chinese

Taiyo: Ramen Noodles in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

February 18, 2019

Taiyo: Ramen Noodles in Paris

Searching for the best Ramen around the world has been one of my priorities. When in Paris, a ramen bowl after the other, I crave…

February 18, 2019 | Restaurants | Paris Asian & Chinese

Delivering Poke Bowls to Work: Aloha Poke

Asian & Chinese | Hamra & Verdun Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 20, 2019

Delivering Poke Bowls to Work: Aloha Poke

Apparently, there’s a food district in Hamra called “The Food District” hosting Aloha Poke, Soul Food, Taco…

January 20, 2019 | Restaurants | Hamra & Verdun Asian & Chinese

Yakiniku: The Gourmet Japanese Grill of Gemmayze

Asian & Chinese | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 20, 2019

Yakiniku: The Gourmet Japanese Grill of Gemmayze

The “YA” family has taken over Gemmayze transforming it into “Asia Town” a concept after the other,…

January 20, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Asian & Chinese

Ahi Poke: A Quick Healthy Lunch in Mar Mikhael

Asian & Chinese | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

January 13, 2019

Ahi Poke: A Quick Healthy Lunch in Mar Mikhael

You know by now that I’m a fan of Poke! I love it how the rice is topped with fresh ingredients, ready to be mixed like a…

January 13, 2019 | Japanese & Sushi | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Asian & Chinese

Ramen-Ya: Real Flavors of Asian Noodles in Beirut

Asian & Chinese | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Beirut Lebanon Middle East

December 26, 2018

Ramen-Ya: Real Flavors of Asian Noodles in Beirut

I’m a fan of Ramen, traveling the world for this bowl. After trying it in France, Dubai and New York, it was time to…

December 26, 2018 | Recommended | Gemmayze & Mar Mikhael Asian & Chinese

Saigon: Must Try Vietnamese and Asian Cuisine in Naccache

Asian & Chinese | Metn Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

December 25, 2018

Saigon: Must Try Vietnamese and Asian Cuisine in Naccache

Vietnamese and sushi, a new restaurant has opened on the internal Naccach road. A catchy first impression by the white tiles and…

December 25, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Metn Asian & Chinese

Don Eatery: Beirut’s Amazing Asian Street Food Destination

Asian & Chinese | Achrafieh Beirut Lebanon Middle East

December 25, 2018

Don Eatery: Beirut’s Amazing Asian Street Food Destination

Donburi kitchen and sushi bar, “Don Eatery” by Mario Haddad Junior has been open in Restos St. Nicolas since the…

December 25, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Achrafieh Asian & Chinese

Tomo: My Introduction to Japanese Desserts in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

December 24, 2018

Tomo: My Introduction to Japanese Desserts in Paris

A Japanese tea house and pastry sell traditional desserts from Japan with a French touch. Enter to the display of mouthwatering…

December 24, 2018 | Desserts & Sweets | Paris Asian & Chinese

Beijing 8: Fast Chinese in Paris on Rue Boetie

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

December 24, 2018

Beijing 8: Fast Chinese in Paris on Rue Boetie

It’s unfortunate to know that the place is closing in 10 days or at least this is what I heard from the cashier. A pleaser…

December 24, 2018 | Restaurants | Paris Asian & Chinese

Kotteri Ramen Naritake: Paris' Best Noodles and Sexiest Discovery

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

December 24, 2018

Kotteri Ramen Naritake: Paris' Best Noodles and Sexiest Discovery

My favorite Ramen to date for the experience, the welcoming and the taste! Photos speak for themselves... enter to the smell…

December 24, 2018 | Recommended | Paris Asian & Chinese

Far Eats Zero4: A New Sushi and Asian Kitchen Opens in Antelias (Restaurant Closed)

Asian & Chinese | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

December 10, 2018

Far Eats Zero4: A New Sushi and Asian Kitchen Opens in Antelias (Restaurant Closed)

“Far Eats,” a restaurant open at Zero4 Naccache serves Sushi in an unconventional space that looks trendy with modern…

December 10, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Asian & Chinese

The Noodle House: Lunch at the Airport

Asian & Chinese | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

November 25, 2018

The Noodle House: Lunch at the Airport

I was craving a bowl of noodles! And I finally found it at the airport. Ramen noodles called “wet noodles” and the…

November 25, 2018 | Asian & Chinese | Dubai Asian & Chinese

New Shanghai: A Beautiful Place Serving Good Asian Food

Asian & Chinese | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

November 23, 2018

New Shanghai: A Beautiful Place Serving Good Asian Food

Serving New Shanghai cuisine imported directly from Asia, the restaurant owned by the Lebanese Azadea group is a masterpiece of…

November 23, 2018 | Restaurants | Dubai Asian & Chinese

Din Tai Fung: Asian Perfection in Dubai

Asian & Chinese | Dubai UAE GCC Middle East

UAE

November 23, 2018

Din Tai Fung: Asian Perfection in Dubai

Recommended by many and considered to be one of the best Asian restaurants in the world, it was a necessity to try Din Tai Fung.…

November 23, 2018 | Recommended | Dubai Asian & Chinese

Obao Noodles: Asian Street Food in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

October 22, 2018

Obao Noodles: Asian Street Food in Paris

Choose your noodles and ingredients, have them prepared in front of you and enjoy a loaded carton box of Asian goodness. I loved…

October 22, 2018 | Restaurants | Paris Asian & Chinese

Ramen Bowl: Exquisite Food, Great Service , Happy People in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

October 15, 2018

Ramen Bowl: Exquisite Food, Great Service , Happy People in Paris

I love Ramens and when I discovered a Ramen place minutes from my hotel with a rating of 4,5, I ran to enjoy it. Ramen Bowl is…

October 15, 2018 | Japanese & Sushi | Paris Asian & Chinese

Hanoi Ca-Phe: Vietnamese Food in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

October 13, 2018

Hanoi Ca-Phe: Vietnamese Food in Paris

Vietnamese food, colorful decor, and positive vibes; the word “Bao” caught my attention so I stopped for lunch. I…

October 13, 2018 | Restaurants | Paris Asian & Chinese

Blueberry Maki Bar: Adorable Tasty Rolls, A Must Try in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

October 13, 2018

Blueberry Maki Bar: Adorable Tasty Rolls, A Must Try in Paris

Beautiful colors take you from a room to another, colorful chandeliers coming down from the ceiling, thick wood tables, walls…

October 13, 2018 | Recommended | Paris Asian & Chinese

Wagamama: Sexy Asian Flavors in Heathrow

Asian & Chinese | London UK Europe

March 20, 2018

Wagamama: Sexy Asian Flavors in Heathrow

In the heart of Heathrow Terminal 5, Wagamama, one of my favorite restaurants, which I first discovered in Istanbul, welcomes you…

March 20, 2018 | Asian & Chinese | London Asian & Chinese

Ippudo NY: Second Time, Loving the Ramen Restaurant Even More

Asian & Chinese | New York USA Americas

November 28, 2017

Ippudo NY: Second Time, Loving the Ramen Restaurant Even More

It’s much more than a Ramen restaurant: it’s an experience. It's called Ippudo and it’s happening in New York.…

November 28, 2017 | Recommended | New York Asian & Chinese

Tim Ho Wan: The Dim Sum Specialist

Asian & Chinese | New York USA Americas

November 19, 2017

Tim Ho Wan: The Dim Sum Specialist

The Hong Kong based chain specializing in Dumplings and Dim Sum has newly opened in New York, a block from Union Square…

November 19, 2017 | Restaurants | New York Asian & Chinese

Diep: Chinese Food Enjoyment in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe

November 16, 2017

Diep: Chinese Food Enjoyment in Paris

For as long as I remember coming to Paris, Diep's been here and renowned as one of the capital’s best Chinese restaurants.…

November 16, 2017 | Recommended | Paris Asian & Chinese

Yoshi: Sushi at The Gardens Naccach is Metn’s Best! (Restaurant Closed)

Asian & Chinese | Antelias Mount Lebanon Lebanon Middle East

November 14, 2017

Yoshi: Sushi at The Gardens Naccach is Metn’s Best! (Restaurant Closed)

I always considered Yoshi to do one of the best Japanese menus in Metn serving an upmarket selection of makis and sushi prepared…

November 14, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi | Antelias Asian & Chinese

P.F.Chang’s: I Love it; the Food; the Service...and the Red Velvet Cake!

Asian & Chinese | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

November 12, 2017

P.F.Chang’s: I Love it; the Food; the Service...and the Red Velvet Cake!

For me, P.F.Chang’s is a coup de coeur. A place to escape, enjoy and have fun; a restaurant where the food and the service…

November 12, 2017 | Recommended | Beirut Asian & Chinese

Great Eastern Restaurant San Francisco: Famous Chinese in Chinatown

Asian & Chinese | San Francisco California USA Americas

California

October 17, 2017

Great Eastern Restaurant San Francisco: Famous Chinese in Chinatown

Visited by President Obama in 2012, this already famous Chinese restaurant doubled in popularity. In the heart of Chinatown and…

October 17, 2017 | Restaurants | San Francisco Asian & Chinese

Seasons Oriental Chinese Restaurant Limassol

Asian & Chinese | Cyprus Europe

September 07, 2017

Seasons Oriental Chinese Restaurant Limassol

In a classy Chinese setup, Seasons invites you on a culinary journey to Asia served by Chinese and Cypriot staff. Big wooden…

September 07, 2017 | Hotels | Cyprus Asian & Chinese

Michelin Starred Chef Peter Joseph Cooks Indian at Hussein Hadid in Beirut

Asian & Chinese | Beirut Lebanon Middle East

June 29, 2017

Michelin Starred Chef Peter Joseph Cooks Indian at Hussein Hadid in Beirut

I had a dream that one day I'd get to enjoy an evening with Hussein Hadid in the kitchen. It was a dream that turned into…

June 29, 2017 | Guide Michelin | Beirut Asian & Chinese

Sugarfish: An Outstanding Sushi Experience

Asian & Chinese | New York USA Americas

April 26, 2017

Sugarfish: An Outstanding Sushi Experience

After a memorable experience at Sugarfish in California, I couldn't help but try the one in New York, during my last visit.…

April 26, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi | New York Asian & Chinese

Inday: Good Karma... The Indian Bowls of New York

Asian & Chinese | New York USA Americas

April 11, 2017

Inday: Good Karma... The Indian Bowls of New York

Inday has blended the Chipotle bowl concept with Indian cuisine. Instead of choosing Mexican food, you have a choice of Indian…

April 11, 2017 | Restaurants | New York Asian & Chinese

Poke Green: Genuine Poke Bowls and Sushi Burritos

Asian & Chinese | New York USA Americas

January 21, 2017

Poke Green: Genuine Poke Bowls and Sushi Burritos

Poke is the trend, a national craze taking New York City by storm, so I had to try it. Located in the Financial District on Pearl…

January 21, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi | New York Asian & Chinese

Ippudo East Village: New York's Awesome Bowls of Ramen

Asian & Chinese | New York USA Americas

January 20, 2017

Ippudo East Village: New York's Awesome Bowls of Ramen

Ramen is the latest food trend around the world. We decided to enjoy some at Ippudo, an international chain of Ramen based in…

January 20, 2017 | Japanese & Sushi | New York Asian & Chinese

Le Mido: Enjoy Traditional Japanese Food in Paris

Asian & Chinese | Paris France Europe